1 Changing the computer name in the operating system

According to the Microsoft definition, computer names may only contain letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9) and hyphens (-). Therefore, rename your computer and do not use any special characters in the name:

Note:You can find information on naming your computer in the Windows Help, or consult Microsoft directly.

Windows 10

Click "Settings" in the Windows start menu.

Click "System" in the "Settings" menu.

Click "About" in the "System" menu and then "Rename PC".

The "Rename your PC" window opens.

Enter a new computer name in the "Rename your PC" window and click "Next".